Five Years Later-

Roman had graduated with a Masters in Architecture, after he had gotten his Bachelors and finished the construction management classes his first seven years there. Professor Cole had told him that since he had that, he could go for his Master and all he would have to do was a year there.

Diana had graduated her senior year and enrolled in some college courses for business management while working for Dean part time. Noah was playing pee wee football, basketball, baseball, and soccer. His parents wanted to keep him active all year round.

Brie and Victor had gotten married and had two kids. Luis, 2 and Leah 4. He owned a mechanic shop fixing up cars and rebuilding old ones to sell on the side. Dean had bought a bar from Ric Flair after he retired.

Everyone would hang out there after work and when he found out that Ric was selling it, he had to buy it. Ric gave it to him at a reasonable price since Dean worked there. First in the kitchen and then at the bar. He helped Ric improve the menu and drink selections.

Brie and Victor were having lunch at his parents place with Diana and the kids.

"So how's everything with Roman going?", her sister in law asked as they were washing dishes.

"Fine. He's waiting to hear back from this architecture company in New York. It's a pretty big deal for him if he lands it", Diana said.

"Sounds great. So would he have to move to New York or can he work from here?", Brie asked.

"I don't know, but I'm assuming he can work from home. He keeps saying he would never take a job that would take him from Noah", Diana said.

"Or you", Brie smirked, nudging her hip.

Diana laughed and rolled her eyes. Shaking her head.

"Come on. After nine almost ten years you are telling me you don't see it? You can't be that blind to him D", Brie said.

Diana shrugged.

"I know you told me how scared you are to start something, only to have it end badly. You don't want to hurt Noah if it ends bad, but aren't you afraid of losing something that could be really special.", Brie said.

"Of course I am. I'm not blind, I see the way women stare at him", Diana said.

"Give it a chance D", Brie nudged her.

"I'm going to think about it", Diana said.

Brie groaned, making Diana laugh. Her brother walked in and started putting the dried dishes away where they go.

"Going to think about what?", he asked.

"Diana and Roman making it official", Brie said.

"About fucking time", her brother said.

Their mom walked in and swatted the back of Victor's head. The girls laughed.

"Watch your language in my house", his mom said.

"Yes mom", he mumbled.

Hearing the doorbell, Diana heard her mom say hello to Roman.

"How many times have I told you, you don't need to knock. This is your home too", she said to him.

Roman smiled. Diana walked out front and hugged him.

"Where's my kid?", he asked.

"Playing video games", she said.

Roman left his hands on her hips as they walked into the living room.

"Are you hungry?", she asked.

"Starving baby girl", he replied.

They walked into the kitchen and he said hello to her brother and dad. Hugging and kissing Brie's cheek. Diana served him and set his plate down.

"How was work?", her dad asked him.

"Great. I'm actually getting the opportunity to design this pretty big building for some guy in Boston", Roman said.

"That's great. Are they going to fly you down there?", he asked.

Roman nodded.

"Just for a weekend, they want me to get the view of the surrounding area", he answered.

Roman looked at Diana.

"I was actually going to ask you if I can take Noah. They are letting me take him", Roman said.

"Its fine with me. I'm sure he would enjoy it", Diana said.

Roman nodded and started eating.

The light suddenly flashed in his room. Seth covered his eyes and groaned. Two women on either side of him, naked and hung over. One of them kissed his chest.

"You need to get up. You have that interview with Rolling Stones", Dolph said.

Seth nodded and wiped his eyes. Dolph tapped each of the women.

"You two have to go. Get out", Dolph said.

Both women stood lazily and grabbed their clothes off the floor. They got dressed and kissed Seth before leaving.

"You need to be careful who you bring into your house", Dolph said.

Seth nodded and walked into the bathroom. He loved his life, but on days like this, he didn't much care for it. He wondered what his friends were doing. What Diana was doing. He missed them when he was alone. He didn't like being alone.

Diana walked Roman to his truck.

"So are you still taking the kids to monster trucks this weekend?", Diana asked.

"Yup. Dean and I are ready for the chaos", Roman said.

Diana laughed. Roman kissed her.

"Sorry I've been so busy sweetheart", he said, touching her cheek gently.

"Its okay", she said, wrapping her arms around his waist.

"Maybe you can come to Boston with me and Noah. Make it a family trip", he suggested.

She smiled.

"Sounds like it could be fun", she said.

He kissed her again.

"Have you heard anything from that company in New York?", she asked.

He sighed.

"Yeah, I did. They changed their minds about me.", he said.

"What? Why?", she asked.

"I guess my designs weren't to their standards you know, but its okay, I like working independently", he said.

"I'm sorry, but I'm sure you'll get other opportunities with other companies", she said.

He nodded.

"Are we meeting tonight?", he asked.

She smiled.

"I took a shift at work, so yes.", she said.

He nodded.

Once at work, the bar was packed. Friday nights usually were. Diana set down more food.

"D, can I get a refill?", Mike asked, lifting his mug.

Diana took it and walked back behind the bar.

"Thank you, love you", Mike said.

She shook her head at him. They had grown up with almost everyone in this room. Others moved from out of town and since theirs was so small, everyone knew everyone. Roman walked in and everyone said hello to him as he passed.

"Hey babe", Diana said, passing him to take the beers back to their tables.

Roman smiled at her and sat at the bar. Dean sent him a nod.

"What will it be?", Dean asked.

"My usual", Roman said.

Dean nodded and placed the order. He set a beer down in front of his friend.

"Monster trucks tomorrow", Dean said.

"Yup. You sure the bar will be okay with you gone for a few hours?", Roman asked.

Dean nodded.

"Brie is taking the morning shift and Diana the afternoon. I'm covered", Dean said.

Roman nodded. Diana walked up beside Roman and kissed his cheek before walking around the bar.

"Man, will you just tell her already. Shit, if you don't I will", Dean said.

"I will soon. I'm just waiting for the house to be done. I don't want to date her, we've practically been doing that since she found out she was pregnant. I'm going to ask her to marry me", Roman said.

Dean smiled.

"You still haven't told her the house you're building on Cherry St. is hers?", Dean chuckled.

"Nope. It's a surprise so keep your trap shut", Roman said.

"Not saying a word", Dean said.

Diana approached them.

"Almost done", she said to Roman.

He nodded.

"Are you two still", Dean stopped.

Roman smirked.

"Aren't you afraid she's going to get pregnant again?", Dean asked.

"Not really. It worked out well for the both of us before. We are in a good place for more, why not", Roman said.

"True", Dean said.

Roman finished his beer.

"Did you tell her you declined the New York offer to stay in town?", Dean asked.

Roman sighed.

"I told her they passed on me. If I tell her that they offered me a job, but I would have too relocate to New York, she'll do everything in her power to make sure I go. I won't leave without her and Noah", Roman said.

"Then tell her to go with you", Dean said.

"You know she won't Dean. She loves this town, Noah was born here and we want to raise him here.", Roman said.

"Yeah, and I would miss you guys too much", Dean said.

Roman smiled.

"But, I am going to call them back and hope that they hear out my proposition", Roman said.

"What proposition?", Dean asked.

"I've been talking to my dad about opening a construction company here in town. It will be run by me. He can take the towns on the east side and I'll take the ones on the west. A lot of his guys live here in town and this way they won't have to commute so far and drive back home so late. My dad could even set up a manger there and work here. He's not getting any younger and I think it will ease my mom's worry about him working so far", Roman said.

"And what does this have to do with the company in New York?", Dean asked.

"They'll have their names stamped on the buildings we build along with my dad's construction company.", Roman said.

"Bringing in more clients", Dean said.

Roman nodded.

"I'm hoping they'll allow me to work from here. I can do what I do now, except I'll have to go through them when it comes to accepting jobs. Except for the construction jobs", Roman said.

Dean nodded.

"I think you've got a solid plan there bud, go for it.", Dean said.

Diana approached them again.

"Ready to go", Diana said.

"See you tomorrow Diana", Dean said.

Roman took her hand and they walked out. He drove them to a private area and parked. She moved closer to him and kissed him. They drove here on their free time to just spend a few minutes alone together. He had his apartment, but this was like their date night or at least that's how Roman saw it.

After they finished eating, he drove them to his apartment where they made love often.

"Diana", Roman moaned softly.

His hands gliding up her back as she moved on top of him. She placed her hands on his chest and closed her eyes.

"So beautiful", he whispered, brushing her hair away from her face.

"Roman", she moaned.

He turned them and laid her back. Lifting her leg to press against his hip. They were both breathing heavy and he kissed her.

"Man, every time, amazing", he said, before laying on his side.

She smiled and rested her head on his chest.